2006 Toyota Alphard 3.0L Petrol · WD56 PFE

The vehicle holds a valid MOT pass certificate issued on 28 April 2026 at 133,755 miles, following a failure the previous day on 27 April 2026 at 133,748 miles. The tester flagged worn front brake discs, thin front brake pads, and a worn nearside rear tyre on the 27th, all of which were rectified ahead of the pass. This suggests the owner addressed immediate failures promptly rather than deferring repairs. However, the maintenance trend is not uniformly improving. Several advisories persist across multiple tests, most notably worn suspension arm bushes on all four corners, a recurring oil leak described as not excessive, and a non-functioning central stop lamp. These items have appeared consistently since at least April 2024, indicating a pattern of tolerated minor defects rather than proactive correction. The vehicle is roadworthy today, but the record suggests a reactive rather than preventive approach to upkeep. The annual mileage of roughly 6,688 miles is typical for a 20-year-old vehicle. The 2026 test recorded 133,755 miles, up from 127,855 in April 2025, and 121,935 in April 2024, showing steady accumulation with no alarming spikes or suspicious gaps. The data points are annual and consistent, which supports a regular-use pattern rather than long periods of standing or sudden high-mileage bursts. There is no evidence of mileage anomalies or odometer discrepancies in the supplied record. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front brake discs and pads, which were flagged as worn and thin just days before the most recent pass. Check for scoring, lipping, and pad thickness to confirm the replacements were done to a satisfactory standard. The persistent advisories around suspension bushes, front and rear, warrant close examination of the wishbone and rear axle bushes for play, cracking, and deterioration, as these affect handling and tyre wear. The recurring oil leak, though deemed not excessive, should be traced to its source, whether that is a valve cover gasket, camshaft seal, or oil filter housing, since even minor leaks can worsen over time. The nearside front shock absorber showed light oil misting in both 2026 tests, so inspect for dampness, bounce test performance, and uneven tyre wear that could point to a failing unit. Finally, verify the central stop lamp is operational, as it has been flagged across consecutive tests and may indicate a simple bulb or wiring fault that has simply been ignored.